Eritrea Genealogy

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Africa

Eritrea

Guide to Eritrea ancestry, family history, and genealogy: birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, parish registers, and military records.

Country Information

Eritrea is a country in Africa bordered by Sudan, Ethiopia, and Djibouti. It was formerly ruled by Italy. In lieu of an official language, Tigrinya serves as the de facto language.

Getting Started

Getting Started with Eritrea Research Links to articles on getting started with Eritrea research. How to Find Birth Records How to Find Marriage Records How to Find Death Records

Eritrea Research Tools Links to articles and websites that assist in Eritrea research. Eritrea (Cousin Connect) Eritrea (Kindred Trails) Eritrea Genealogy Resources & Vital Records (Forebears)

Eritrea Map

Genealogy records are kept on the local level in Eritrea.

FamilySearch Resources

Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in researching your family.

• Facebook Communities - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research

Cemeteries

• Asmara War Cemetery

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